Author: Patrick Null

Redrum pretty much sums up the gist of this book, or murder for the uninitiated. There is a group called the True Knot, who are unassuming old geezers traveling around in RV’s who murder young kids that have the shining for their steam. In this way, the group are like modern vampires who feedRead more about Review–Doctor Sleep by Stephen King[…]

God has an incredible sense of humor. I gave blood yesterday. It’s something I had done last year at our church and the year before that, so I wasn’t feeling particularly worried about it. Nevertheless, I felt the need to pray. I prayed that the process would go smoothly and that I would endRead more about My Red Cross Experience[…]

Our world is governed by rules. Ever since we were little tots, rules have been hammered into our heads, telling us what we should or shouldn’t do. Here’s a small sampling of society’s guidelines, and if we break them, we could get in BIG TROUBLE. In life: Don’t steal. Don’t murder. Don’t speed. Don’tRead more about Throw the rules out the window[…]

The 1920’s, to me, symbolized a time of change, strife, speakeasies, jazz, gangsters, seedy nightclubs, and whorehouses that trapped young girls with little to no prospects. Beem Weeks’Jazz Baby personifies that perfectly, bringing an undercurrent of darkness to an era that is often looked at as glamorous. But the jazz singers in their glitzy, sparkling gownsRead more about Book review–Jazz Baby by Beem Weeks (an excerpt)[…]

Want to enjoy a flashback with a side of story? Then, step right up and read The Lost Symbol. I have enjoyed Dan Brown’s works in the past. I loved Angels and Demons, Digital Fortress, and even The Da Vinci Code was passable. This is Brown’s worst book. I feel as if it is anotherRead more about Review–The lost Symbol by Dan Brown[…]

As a writer, I am always in awe of Tess Gerritsen’s writing ability. As a reader, I’m spellbound. She doesn’t take her fans for granted for she edits her books ruthlessly, killing her darlings, and making sure that each novel is the best product it can be. If you’ve read any of herRead more about The Mephisto Club-Tess Gerritsen[…]

I think I’m going to lose my job. It’s not official yet, but I’m waiting for that inevitable phone call that will put my future in jeopardy. I made a mistake, a huge one, so let’s not mince words, okay? I know I messed up. I’m not denying it. On a busy Mother’s Day, IRead more about The Battle[…]

I usually like Dan Brown, but in the case of The Lost Symbol, I feel he has lost his way a little. There is still an intricate plot, action, and puzzle solving—the sort of octane excitement you’d expect from a Dan Brown novel–but I feel he has lost his footing just a little bit. ForRead more about Dan Brown–how NOT to write flashbacks[…]

I hate my job. I hate the eight hour grind, the idea of going somewhere and working all day in a profession that is ultimately unsatisfying. Like most people, I dream. I envision myself being a best-selling author, of being a house dad while I write. I work on my novel for a few hours,Read more about Changing my job title[…]

The Case for Christ is a perfect example that love, not hate, can restore relationships. Adopted from Lee Strobel’s book, the Case for Christ tells the true story of an investigative journalist’s journey from atheism to believer. Lee’s life mirror’s Saul’s(Paul’s) life from the New Testament when he is forced to challenge every misconceptionRead more about The Case for Christ–Movie Review[…]